Vazhadha Vazhkai Episode July 24, 2025
Jolly ku enna panuvinga? (Why Hobbies Matter)
7:00am - 7:59am
In the 18th episode of Vazhadha Vazhkai (The Unlived Life), where we reflect on the role of leisure and hobbies in Tamil life. Coming from communities shaped by survival, many of us were never taught the value of doing something just for joy. In this episode, we explore why hobbies are often dismissed as “white people things,” how that mindset formed, and why reclaiming leisure can be an act of healing and resistance. We also hear from listeners about the hobbies they love, the ones they long for, and the quiet rebellion of choosing joy. Links to English transcripts will be available on our Instagram @vazhadhavazhkai.
Track Listing:
Nenjukkul Peidhidum (Instrumental)
Harris Jayaraj & Shyam Benjamin · Vaaranam Aayiram (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) [Instrumental Version]
Mettuppodu Mettuppodu
S. P. Balasubrahmaniam, P. Susheela, AR Rahman, & Vairamuthu · Duet (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Vellai Pura Ondru (Pathos)
K. J. Yesudas, Ilaiyaraja, & Vairamuthu & · Pudhu Kavithai (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
En Chella Peru Apple
A.V.Ramanan, Suchitra, Mani Sharma, & Pa. Vijay · Pokkiri (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Kona Kondakari
G.V. Prakash Kumar, NR Raghunanthan, & Yegathasi · Madha Yaanai Koottam (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Urugi Urugi
Anand Aravindakshan, Siddhu Kumar, & Vignesh Ramakrishna · Joe (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Mudhal Kannave
Bombay Jayashri, Harish Raghavendra, Harris Jayaraj, & Vairamuthu · Majunu (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)